Updating your space doesn’t have to cost a bundle with easy (and cheap) DIY home decor projects.

Have a yearning to make some changes to your home decor, but don’t necessarily have the budget for big changes? Don’t get down, get busy. By undertaking some cheap and easy DIY home decor projects, you can make little changes that can have a big impact. And it’s totally possible for $25 or less per project.

To get you started, check out this sexy, simple, and super fun list of easy DIY home decor projects that can be completed on the cheap and in an afternoon or less.

Easy DIY Home Decor Projects Under $25

1. Wood Storage Boxes

Turn wooden storage crates into easy shadow box shelves to store your collectibles and knickknacks. Spray paint them with metallic paint for a super glam effect.

2. Embroidery Hoop Bulletin/Fabric Boards

Have embroidery hoops from abandoned embroidery projects from the past? Add fabric or cork to make useful bulletin boards. Group a cluster for a playful and practical project.

3. Spray Paint Lampshades

One easy way to update outdated or faded lampshades is to spray paint them. Use painters tape to create cool shapes or designs.

4. Lattice Wall Art

Looking to add some inexpensive wall art? Latticework, available at most home improvement stores, can be painted up and turned into cool geometric wall art.

5. Crown Moulding Drawer Front

Add a little pizzazz to plain drawer fronts with decorative crown moulding elements. One dramatic look is to paint your drawer fronts with milk paint and paint the crown moulding pieces in a contrasting color.

6. Painted Rug

Have a plain rug just calling out to be brought back to life? Use RIT dye and a foam brush to add designs like polka dots, chevrons, or others.

7. Painted Vase Grouping

By the same token, use glass markers to add designs to plain glass vases or other vessels. Add a grouping to a mantle or table as a centerpiece.

8. Decoupaged Window Blinds

One clever trick to update window blinds is to use Modge Podge to decoupage old maps, scrapbooking papers, wrapping paper and more on the blinds.

9. Lace Cornstarch Windows

An old trick to create decorative privacy windows is to use cornstarch paste to affix pieces of lace to window panes. Here is a handy tutorial for the lowdown.

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From baby food jars to liquor bottles, get inspired to with these easy repurposing ideas to upcycle your empties.

In our mass consumerism culture, it’s all too easy to buy just what we think we need. But go back a generation or two and people made do a little more with what they had. I remember my grandfather stored about a gazillion different kinds of nails, screws, and bolts in glass baby food jars he collected. And my grandmom repotted clippings from her house plants in coffee cans until they grew big enough to replant.

Of course, today, it’s possible to order something handy from IKEA, Target, or Amazon and get it almost the next day, but what’s wrong with repurposing what we have on hand? Absolutely nothing. In fact, repurposing may actually be a virtue. At the very least, repurposing ideas are a lost skill (or art) that, with a little inspiration and practice, most of us can get the hang of easy enough.

Now, you could recycle all those empties jars and containers, but depending on the material, repurposing may actually be better for the planet. Not all materials are as easy to recycle as others and may be better being reused. Of course, not creating any waste in the first place is ideal, but just not nearly as attainable. The key is to reduce what you can, reuse and repurpose what you can, and recycle wherever possible–and in that order.

Get inspired by these repurposing ideas.

5 Repurposing Ideas for Everyday Recyclables

1. Liquor, Beer, and Wine Bottles – Reuse liquor bottles in actually pretty simple. Add a pump to turn your vodka bottle into a hand soap dispenser, create a succulent planter from an empty Sapphire Bombay bottle, spray paint empty wine bottles to use as bud vases, or make handmade candles from beer bottles that have been cut in half.
2. Medicine Bottles – Whether you take preventive medicine for migraines, or you need antibiotics to get over that sinus infection, many of us end up with empty prescription bottles. They can be repurposed as handy bottles for storing everything from quarters in the car to carry jewelry while traveling. Definitely hold onto these bottles, as you will find yourself needing to store something tiny securely.
3. Glass Jars – So, you don’t make homemade sauce or salsa, so what? You can repurpose those glass jars, though. Use them to store your colored Sharpies, turn them into mini-terrariums, or decorate them with glass paints and an add votive candles to create magical mood lighting. They are also pretty handy for making salad-in-a-jar lunches too!
4. Cereal Boxes  – While the rest of the world has gone gluten-free, some of us still eat cereal for breakfast. While cardboard is pretty easy to recycle, those cereal boxes can come in handy around the house. Cut them up and cover them with gift wrap to make homemade gift tags or bookmarks. They can also be used to make a homework storage boxes for kids or are a great way to store paper dolls, coloring books, and crayons in the car.
5. Plastic Bottles – You might think there’s not much to be done to repurpose plastic bottles like lotion or shampoo bottles, but think again. Here’s a simple how-to for making a hanging cell phone charger from a lotion bottle–and another one for making a hanging storage bins system!

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Learn to love retro design with a fabulous celebration of twentieth-century design, color, and pattern in “Living Retro,” a new book from designer Andrew Weaving–a  private glimpse of delicious retro-inspired homes around the world from Palm Springs to Paris.

In his new book, “Living Retro” (published by Ryland Peters & Small), Andrew Weaving visits 18 lovely homes to showcase some of the best and most inspiring of retro design. The featured homes differ in style, but all highlight some of the most drool-worthy takes on retro design around. Spotlighted homes run the gamut from a minimalist loft in London to a chic ranch house in Palm Springs. Readers will also be treated to the simple elegance of a Scandinavian retreat in Denmark and a quirky New York apartment. This carefully curated tour around the globe illustrates the many facets of retro design and decor that includes both sophisticated glamour and simple living.

Each section is devoted to a different home and riffs on a central theme found in the home. The ideal way to read this book is to flip through the whole book looking at the delicious photos and then focus in on those chapters that speak to you. Chapter highlights include Graphic Glamour, Back at the Ranch, Best of British, Danish Delight, California Dreaming and more!

This book it not meant as a strictly adhered to design doctrine, but is actually intended to be an inspiration-filled resource to jumpstart your own creative design. “Living retro does not demand close adherence to any particular set of style rules,” writes Andrew Weaving in the introduction. “There are no limits other than the chronological parameters the look spans, roughly from the 1950s to the late 1970s. Instead, living retro is a multi-faceted look that ranges from sophisticated glamour to pared-down chic, allowing its followers to cherry-pick their favorite pieces from the cream of twentieth-century design.” Sounds dreamy and utterly divine.

Andrew Weaving is the owner of Century Design in London. The gallery specializes in mid-century modern design, focusing on both originals and re-editions, plus some work by new designers. His other books include “Understanding Modern”, “Playful Home” and the best-selling “Modern Retro” (also published by Ryland Peters & Small). A passionate collector of all things retro, Andrew lives in London and France and owns historic mid-century modern homes in Florida and Palm Springs as well as an Art Deco beach house in Essex.

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Curtain alternatives for those who prefer less fussy window treatments.

Some of us have a real aversion to curtains and are in the market for some clever curtain alternatives. I guess we remember the heavy drapes in our grandmother’s living room or have had a bad experience with curtains and cats. Curtains can also trap dust and other allergens and can just generally be a pain to clean. Then, there is the fact that some people just don’t like the aesthetics of curtains (count me in this camp). Ideally, it seems like going sans curtains be would a fantastic choice. The reality, though, is that curtains do serve a purpose. Curtains can help keep your home cooler and warmer–depending on the season. And since most of us don’t have the luxury of living in a penthouse or secluded in the woods in the middle of nowhere, we have neighbors that are too close for curtainless windows.

There may be other curtain alternatives that work to block out the sun and cold and give you some privacy, but fit in more with your aesthetic and aren’t as much of a pain to clean. Gone are the days where it was a given that we all would have curtains for our ticky-tacky houses. Thankfully, there is a world full of choice to fit our style and preferences for dressing up the windows in our homes.

7 Curtain Alternatives

1. Macrame “Curtains” – If you are into boho chic, consider making your own macrame curtains. This tutorial should get your started or visit Etsy to see what you can buy already made if you are looking for something a little less DIY.  Image via Knot Squared.

2. Indoor Shutters – If you are looking for a more permanent solution, consider indoor shutters. They may be costly, but they will add value to your home and are a fantastic way to keep out light and neighbors. Image via Windows by Melissa.

3. Laser Cut Wood Panels – Add decorative laser cut wood panels in front of windows to add decorative elements and privacy to your window. Etsy is a great place to look, as well as the Frank Lloyd Wright online store.

4. Window Film  – Static cling window films are a great alternative to curtains. They are easy to put up and remove, and they protect your privacy. Not to mention, they are super cool looking. Choose repeat patterns to films that are more decorative. Image via Mini Moderns.

5. Stained Glass – Repurpose salvaged stained glass pieces or work with a glass artist to add stained glass panels to your windows. Add both color and privacy. Image via Terraza Stained Glass.

6. Roman Shades – Roman shades are an excellent choice for those looking to forgo curtains. They are similar enough to curtains but have a lot more functionality and design. Image via Windows by Melissa.

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Have you always dreamed of turning your space into the perfect oasis filled with bohemian decor, but don’t know where to start?

Furniture pieces are the bones of home decorating. And once you have a good foundation, then you can work your way up by adding decorative flourishes–like poufs, tapestries, macremè, baskets, textiles, and more–that make up a bohemian home.

While it can be easy for many free spirits to decorate their spaces with art, found objects, textiles, and other bohemian home appointments, choosing good, quality furniture pieces is a somewhat daunting task. If you’re not careful, your bohemian space might come off more like a thrift shop than a living space. To clarify, there is a tendency to create a boho-chic space that looks “thrown” together.  But, it is possible to create a bohemian space that is carefully curated full of delicious furniture pieces. There seems to be a misconception out there that a creative space must look haphazard. While that may be true if that’s how your creativity speaks to you, some creatives like a more ordered bohemian chaos. And furniture is the place to start. We offer you some inspiration below.

Bohemian Decor Furniture Inspiration

1. Retro Accent Chair

This perfect patchwork chair is greater than the sum of its parts. The combination of retro and modern is sublime. It is also the ultimate chair just made for a reading nook.

2. Z Chair

And if you are looking for a chair that is more of a foundation for all the print and pattern you plan on adding, start with something more basic like this modern-inspired and comfort-driven chair. Do go for a bold or bright color, though.

3. Velvet Sofa

One thing we are certain of is that you absolutely need  a velvet sofa. No other sofa says “boho” quite like velvet. This one is available in 19 different colorways from scarlet to forest. Love.

4. Marble Topped Coffee Table

A coffee table is a must in a boho space, and we love this communal marble-topped version. The round shape and mix of wood and marble make it both inviting yet elegant and chic.

5. Bar Cart

Looking for someplace to tuck away everything from plates, bottles of booze, or back issues of National Geographic, this rattan bar cart is just eclectic enough to fit into a boho space.

6. Console Table

Whether you use it on which to place your television or collection of vintage blue glass, a console table is a useful foundational furniture item. We love this oak slab version made using reclaimed wood from local sources.

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Turn your home into a nature lover’s paradise with home decor ideas inspired by real-life botanicals.

If you are a plant lover and want to keep the beauty of outdoor botanicals alive all year round (and aren’t loaded enough to have an indoor conservancy) get inspired to add botanicals to your home decor. From ferns to poppies, and everything in between, botanicals make for great inspiration. Moreover, it’s super easy to add botanicals to your space by adding wall prints, patterns, DIY projects and more.

Get cracking to make your home a botanical-inspired oasis regardless of the season–and no matter whether you have a green thumb or not.

Add Botanicals to Your Home Decor

1. Wall Art – One easy way to add any decor style to your home is with wall art. Whether you rent or own, wall art is always doable. You can buy wall art, like this print from Brainstorm Print & Goods, or DIY your own. Whatever suits your budget and your style.

2. Wallpaper – If you are looking to make a more substantial change, consider adding botanical-themed wallpaper. Of course, some botanical wallpapers might be overwhelming in smaller spaces, so consider wallpapering an accent wall, or even using wallpaper to decoupage a piece of furniture. We love this mural wallpaper from Anthropologie.

3. Floor Coverings – And don’t forget about the floor. Either painting an old wood floor in need of love or by making your own DIY floor covering, the floor is often overlooked area in design and decor. Here is a great tutorial for making a stylish floor covering using one of IKEA’s fabrics and a dropcloth.

4. Make Your Own Curtains – If you are into more DIY, consider making your own curtains utilizing a botanical print like this print available at Spoonflower, Here’s a how-to for making no-sew handmade curtain panels.

5. Dried Flower Mobile – Bring the outside in by drying your favorite flowers and other botanicals to make a DIY wall hanging or mobile. Use wood branches sourced from your yard as the base and hang dried flowers, dried ferns, and other dried botanicals from string to create an attractive wall hanging.

6. Stencils – Stencils are another fabulous DIY solution for adding botanical prints to your home. You can stencil a pattern on your walls, like this birch tree pattern from JBoutique Stencils, or add patterns to furniture, floors, rugs, curtains, and more.

7. Succulents – Of course, the best way to decorate with botanicals is with actual botanicals. Succulents are a wonderful blend of botanical beauty and easy to grow. They require very little water and are the ideal plants for those who don’t have a green thumb. A terrarium is a lovely way to incorporate succulents into your space. Learn how to DIY your own terrarium or buy one already made like this one from The Zen Succulent.

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Repurpose vintage home decor goods because it looks cool–and because it’s better for the environment.

No matter what your decorating style, there is always room to repurpose vintage home decor goods to add both form and functionality. Whether your space can be more accurately described rustic, boho, modern country, Scandinavian, mid-century, or is actually just a mishmash of leftover college furniture and whatever your neighbors have put out on the curb, get inspired to repurpose with vintage home decor goods.

Almost everything can be reused or repurposed. From the ubiquitous mason jars to the more elusive letterpress type cabinets, and everything in between, all you need is a little imagination and inspiration to give vintage goods new life. You are on your own for the imagination part, but we have got the inspiration covered for you here!

Finding vintage goods is as easy as checking out your local thrift shops, estate sales, yard sales, CraigsList, Freecycle, and even Etsy and Ebay.

Repurposed Vintage Home Decor Goods

1. Picnic Coolers – Take the lid off (keeping it on could pose a risk for children and pets) and this 40-year-old Coleman Picnic Cooler could work as a great storage spot for everything from magazines and children’s books to yarn and recycling.

2. Pie Safes – Pie safes were used to keep pies and other baked goods fresh back in the days before refrigeration and air conditioning. This tin tabletop or counter version would add some vintage chic to your space and would be a clever place to store spices in the kitchen.

3. Vintage Mirrors – Glam up your space with the addition of vintage mirrors instead of buying new ones from some big box store. Pick a design period that will match well with your decorating style.

4. Old Maps – Looking to wallpaper a room or a to decoupage a piece of furniture? Consider using vintage maps instead. Or use old maps to create unique DIY wall art. Troll yard sales, barn sales, and more for unique map finds. This vintage pull down style school map would make for a real conversation piece.

5. Vintage Suitcases – Old suitcases can be repurposed in a number of ways. Use them as under the bed storage containers, turn a stack of them into a functional occasional table, or even use them as shelves for all your bric-a-brac and knickknacks.

6. Sewing Machine Tables – Old sewing machine tables are infinitely useful if you want to get crafty. They can be used for everything from bathroom vanities to a drink station like this repurposed example.

7. Metal Headboards – Metal bedsteads can be repainted and used as headboards or turned into decorative wall art, room dividers, used for hanging jewelry storage, or as a garden trellis.

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Images: Upcycled Luggage via The Blue Ram, Picnic Cooler via Troys Collectibles, Pie Safe via Red River Antiques, Vintage Art Deco Mirror via uulipolli, Vintage Map via old new house, Suitcase Shelves via the cherry chic, Repurposed Sewing Bar via Double Arrow Designs, Metal Headboard Trellis via Casa e Jardim

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Cleverly display your collections with these simple ideas that will show off your most prized possessions.

Whether you collect antiques, vinyl records, or vintage Star Wars toys, it’s a given that you are proud of your collection and want to show it off. While some kinds of collectibles need to be kept in their original packaging and are not suitable for display, most of the things we collect are intended to be put on display and not hidden away in the closet.

But it can be difficult to come up with clever ways to incorporate your collections into your home decor. Some collections have inherent display challenges–your items are too small, too big, or too unwieldy–but no matter what you collect, we think there is a way to fit it into your home decor. From guitar picks to vintage teacups, don’t hide your collection away, display it proudly.

Here are some creative solutions for how to display various types of collections.

Display Your Collections Cleverly

1. Frame It – Turn those postcards or vintage sports banners into framed works of art. Curate small items together in one large frame or frames larger items on their own. Framing can also have the bonus of preserving your collections.
2. Picture Frame Hanger – Use repurposed distressed frames and small nails to hang and display everything from vintage necklaces to holiday ornaments.
3. Gallery Wall – If you collect colorful plates, tea trays, or illustration prints, create a stunning gallery wall to show off your pieces. Not only does it highlight your collection, but it creates a very cool effect.
4. Shelve It – For breakable collections that you want to display, but keep out of reach, consider adding a shelf all the way around the room just below the ceiling. Of course, adjust the height according to your collection.
5. Create Vignettes – Don’t be afraid to mix and match your collections to create vignettes around you home. For example, display your owl figurines on a table with framed floral and feather prints on the wall above the table.
6. Birdcage Storage – Use vintage tabletop birdcages to display and store your knick-knack collections. Not only is it a smart idea, but it also has the added benefit of keeping your collection items from getting swiped onto the floor.
7. Type Cabinets – If you are lucky enough to find an old typesetter’s cabinet, snap it up. They are perfect for hanging on the wall and displaying tiny collectibles.
8. Use Other Unexpected Containers  – Repurpose and use other unexpected display props. Display vintage Nancy Drew books in an old suitcase, store marbles in a fishbowl, or Pez dispensers in apothecary jars.
9. Hang From the Ceiling – Depending on what you collect, consider hanging your collection items on invisible fishing wire from the ceiling to make it appear as if your collection is suspended in the air. This technique would work perfectly for everything from globes and retro thermoses to driftwood and stuffed animals.

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Searching for front porch ideas that go beyond the ordinary? Look no further.

Whether you plan on chilling in a hammock or grilling up some fun for your and some friends, it’s time to get your porch ready for the season. If you are like most people, the porch is where you huddle while trying to get into the warm house as quickly as possible for most of the year, but summer is the time for your porch to shine. Don’t let your porch down, instead, give it the love it deserves and make the most of the warm weather months.

When considering how to decorate your porch, there are definitely some key marks you want to try and hit. They are: relax, sit, swing, eat, drink, entertain, plants, and lights. Of course, you want to think about how you plan on using your porch and make sure to decorate accordingly. If you don’t plan on entertaining much  then you may not worry about including that element in your porch plan.

Wondering just exactly how to decorate your porch? It’s certainly a personal thing, but we would like to offer some inspirational suggestions to get you started on setting up your porch to be the most desirable place in the world (or at least your house) this summer. Read on to get inspired by our picks for decorating your porch.

Front Porch Ideas

Cottage Image via Shutterstock

1. Relax – One key component when considering how to decorate your porch is color. One way to add color is with paint. If your porch is bland, or is in need of some tender loving care, give it a once over with some paint. You can also bring worn porch furniture back to life as well. We like Annie Sloan chalk paint for adding some color to both.
   

Image: Peak Season Store

2. Sit – Rocking chairs feel like a must have on the porch to us. If that’s your thing, consider adding a few rockers interspersed with outdoor poufs for the ultimate in porch living.

Image: Porchco

3. Swing – Much like rocking chairs, porch swings seem like a no-brainer when upgrading your porch. This porch bed swing looks like even more of a good idea!

Image: Terrain

4. Eat – Whether grabbing a snack or having a romantic dinner on the porch, a table is a nice addition. You don’t want something that’s going to take up tons of room, though. That’s where a marble accent table comes in handy.

Image: West Elm

5. Drink – Whether for a party or a lazy Sunday afternoon, something to stylishly serve the sangria in is a must. Just because you are outdoor living, doesn’t mean you need to rough it.

Image: Anthropologie

6. Plants – Adding plants and greenery to your porch is a great way to meld the outdoor with the indoor feel of porch living. Consider some funky planters like these sea creatures planters, or something else that suits your taste and serendipity level.

Image: Terrain

7. Lights – Whether you will be throwing a party or just watching the fireflies come out, adding porch lights is making form and function into one. They can add some great atmosphere and allow you to continue enjoying our porch even after the sun goes down.

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Don’t worry. Whether you have leftover embroidery hoops from projects never started or never completed, I won’t judge you. Instead, I will share creative solutions with you for repurposing all those unused embroidery hoops.

At an estate sale years ago, I came across a large lot of embroidery hoops and other embroidery gewgaw. I snapped the lot up, brought it home, and promptly put it in the closet and forget about it. Recently, while closet cleaning, I came across the lot and thought, “Oh geez, what in the world can I do with all these embroidery hoops?” Here are some of the cleverest ideas I came across. I haven’t tried them all yet; I’m still working on the closet, but some of these are on my craft to-do list for certain.

Ideas for Embroidery Hoops

1. Front Door Wreath – Decorate your front door with a seasonal wreath made from a large embroidery hoop. Wrap the hoop in yarn and decorate with felt flowers or use two hoops, some cardboard, and fabric to create a double hoop wreath.
2. Photo Frame – Use both small and large embroidery hoops as quick and easy to hang photo frames.
3. Fabric Gallery Wall – Create a gallery wall by adding fabric to a bunch of embroidery hoops and artfully arranging them on a wall. You can even paint wooden embroidery hoops for a more gallery style effect.
4. Mobile Idea 1 – Make a DIY mobile using an embroidery hoop as a frame. Start with the hoop laying on its side. Ideas for mobile decorations are only limited by your imagination. Ideas include making felt feathers, paper flowers, or fabric scraps to hang.
5. Mobile Option 2 – Add lace to small hoops and hang those from a larger embroidery hoop for a boho style mobile.
6. Hoop Clock – Buy a clock kit from the craft store and turn a hoop into a wall clock. Make several clocks to display several different time zone for extra points!
7. Bed Canopy – Use a super large embroidery hoop as a frame for making your own DIY bed canopy.
8. Photo Display Mobile – Another mobile idea is to create a photo display mobile using embroidery hoops, wire or fishing line, and mini clothespins.
9. Corkboards or Chalkboards – Add cork roll fabric to hoops for instant cork boards to hang wherever you need to leave notes. Or paint canvas fabric with chalkboard paint for a handy chalkboard where you need it. Mix and match hoops with cork and chalkboard paint to create a fun and practical gallery wall.

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